How many syllables in “turns”?
syllable in "turns"
Word details
Syllables
1
turns
Letters
5
t · u · r · n · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “turns”
The word “turns” contains 1 syllable, divided as turns. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "turns" have?
"turns" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "turns" into syllables?
"turns" is divided into syllables as: turns.
What is the Scrabble score for "turns"?
The Scrabble score for "turns" is 5 points.
Using “turns” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "turns" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “turns” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “turns”
The letters in “turns” can be rearranged to spell one other word: runts.